Young children who learn manners early grow up to be mature and considerate adults. Playing games teaches children without making it feel like a lesson, making it exciting to learn to say “excuse me.” It may take a while for the lesson to stick, but seeing a child grow into a considerate......[Read More]

Coordinating birthday party games for toddlers can be a challenge. Children who are 2 and 3 years old are typically full of energy and short on attention, making any organized games difficult. A few classic party games for toddlers have wide appeal that are sure to entertain the toddlers at any birt......[Read More]

Back in 2009 I wrote an article titled, "Have You Ever Wondered Why There Are So Many Autistic Children?" This article is an update on two steps to use to teach you how to communicate with your non-verbal child.......[Read More]

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Planning a graduation party? Here's a round-up of great, college-centric ideas - including playful, interactive table centerpieces - for the festivities.......[Read More]

Blankets and booties are great for mid-winter babies, but babies in the middle of summer need a different wardrobe. Not only is this a matter of comfort, it affects their health and safety as well. Very young babies (under six months of age) do not have the ability to regulate their body temperature......[Read More]

I loved my first baby carrier so much that I started buying and trying other types of carriers to see how they compared. Each one seemed to offer something slightly unique and different that I loved. I was amazed at how many types, styles and variations were available. It was like a secret world ope......[Read More]

What to put in kids' school lunch boxes is one of the biggest daily challenges for parents. But with a little creativity, some leftovers, and some colorful fruits and veggies, you can make yummy and delicious-looking school lunch boxes your kids will love.......[Read More]

Once your bring your newborn home from the hospital for the first time you may feel frightened. All the responsibilities you face with your new baby can be overwhelming. ......[Read More]

A newborn screening method can detect T-cell lymphopenia, a rare blood disorder that affects the immune system and may cause life-threatening complications if untreated.......[Read More]

Baby boomers have changed American society. They have had a huge hand in civil rights and space travel. Now, as retirement age gets closer for baby boomers, more studies have been done on the future of the baby boomers.......[Read More]

Parents are a competitive bunch. So when the pediatrician whips out a growth chart and ranks baby's height and weight in percentiles, it's easy to wonder if something's wrong.......[Read More]

Superman, Batman, Cat women... These are only imaginary characters. The real heroes are the people there for you day in and day out. Unfortunately, the most popular kids on campus are admired and respected. And if you dare to over-step your boundaries you risk being foolish and un-cool. Just because......[Read More]

When it comes to child development, parents often want to know if their child is typical, articles about typical development for 3-6 year olds (behaviorally) are available all over the Internet and of course, in books and with your pediatrician. Just remember these are articles written by someone, i......[Read More]

Parenting contracts for parents of teens to print out and use. This printable contract is for Going Out With Friends Unsupervised.......[Read More]

That first anxious day will come for every parent when they must drop off their little darling at a day care center. Your cute, cuddly infant is a grown up toddler now with many definite ideas of his own. One of those ideas is that there is no way he is going to leave you and walk through that door ......[Read More]

When holding a birthday party outside your home, be prepared by packing along these essential supplies.......[Read More]

Steamfresh Singles are billed as a healthy and tasty way to prepare frozen vegetables quickly. This mom found them convenient, but costlier and no tastier than regular frozen peas.......[Read More]

So goes the truism when a child loses his or her mother normally they say 'an orphan feeds well the day a mother dies' this aptly describe the situations of many children.My soul felt pained ......[Read More]

Do you have an exploding teenager, seemingly out of control and sailing toward confrontation?Calm down and read this article first, it might be the answer to keeping your sanity for another week.......[Read More]